1964 BMW 700 vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1964 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 470 kg more than 1964 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am, 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, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 BMW 700 | 1986 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 700 | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2630 mm |
