1964 BMW 700 vs. 2007 Buick Rendezvous
To start off, 2007 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 43 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1964 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 700.
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, 2007 Buick Rendezvous, 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, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 BMW 700 | 2007 Buick Rendezvous | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 700 | Rendezvous |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
