1974 Opel Ascona vs. 1965 BMW 700
To start off, 1974 Opel Ascona is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,194 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Opel Ascona (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1965 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Ascona weights approximately 250 kg more than 1965 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, 1974 Opel Ascona (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Opel Ascona | 1965 BMW 700 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Ascona | 700 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1194 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2130 mm |