1963 BMW 700 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 50 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 1464 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 700 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 700 | M |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2915 mm |
