1973 BMW 2004 vs. 1959 BMW 700
To start off, 1973 BMW 2004 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW 2004 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 2004 (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 2004 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 2004 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1959 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, 1973 BMW 2004 (157 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1973 BMW 2004 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 1959 BMW 700 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 2004 | 700 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 697 cc |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2130 mm |
