1964 BMW 700 vs. 1964 Oldsmobile Starfire
To start off, both 1964 BMW 700 and 1964 Oldsmobile Starfire were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Oldsmobile Starfire is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Oldsmobile Starfire weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1964 BMW 700.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 BMW 700 | 1964 Oldsmobile Starfire | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 700 | Starfire |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 6965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1820 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3130 mm |
