1964 BMW 700 vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 26 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1964 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 366 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra, 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 BMW 700 | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 700 | Tempra |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2550 mm |
