1963 BMW 700 vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 47 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700.
Because 1963 BMW 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 700 | 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 700 | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |
