1963 BMW 700 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 784 kg more than 1963 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 700 | 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 700 | Galant |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 2378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |