1964 BMW 700 vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1964 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 782 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 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 BMW 700 | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 700 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 106 L |
