1963 BMW 700 vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 49 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 800 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 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, 2012 Ford Escape, 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, 2012 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 700 | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 700 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
