1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1959 BMW 700
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is newer by 28 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 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate (115 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate weights approximately 620 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate (163 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1959 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Graduate | 700 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 31 L |
