1963 BMW 700 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 46 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 5,980 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 566 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (1,000 Nm @ 200 RPM) has 948 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 700 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 700 | S |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 5980 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
