1964 BMW 700 vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1964 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1056 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 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 BMW 700 | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 700 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 98 L |
