1964 BMW 700 vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 47 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1964 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 842 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, 2011 Kia Sportage, 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (358 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 BMW 700 | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 700 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
