1964 BMW 700 vs. 1999 Rover 400
To start off, 1999 Rover 400 is newer by 35 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1964 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 400 weights approximately 460 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, 1999 Rover 400, 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, 1999 Rover 400 (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 BMW 700 | 1999 Rover 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 700 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2630 mm |
