1963 BMW 700 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 889 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.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 700 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 700 | 911 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |