1964 BMW 700 vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 42 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1964 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 525 weights approximately 970 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 BMW 700 | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 700 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
