1964 BMW 700 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 48 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1964 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 700.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 BMW 700 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 700 | R |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
