1971 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1961 BMW 700
To start off, 1971 Bizzarrini GT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Bizzarrini GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Bizzarrini GT weights approximately 20 kg more than 1961 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Bizzarrini GT (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Bizzarrini GT | 1961 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | BMW |
| Model | GT | 700 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2130 mm |
