1964 BMW 700 vs. 2009 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 45 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 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1964 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 469 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 BMW 700 | 2009 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 700 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 3469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 79 L |
