1991 Ferrari C62 vs. 1965 BMW 700
To start off, 1991 Ferrari C62 is newer by 26 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 3,368 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari C62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari C62 (588 HP) has 550 more horse power than 1965 BMW 700. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari C62 should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari C62 weights approximately 440 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, 1991 Ferrari C62 (723 Nm) has 671 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1991 Ferrari C62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari C62 | 1965 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | C62 | 700 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3368 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 588 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 723 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 54 L |
