1963 BMW 700 vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD 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 1,798 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion xD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion xD (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion xD weights approximately 542 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 2013 Scion xD is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Scion xD 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, 2013 Scion xD (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Scion xD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 700 | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | BMW | Scion |
| Model | 700 | xD |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2460 mm |
