1963 BMW 700 vs. 2012 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2012 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 2076 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, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 700 | 2012 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 700 | Navigator |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 2742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5672 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1984 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 127 L |