1996 BMW 535 vs. 1959 BMW 700
To start off, 1996 BMW 535 is newer by 37 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 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 535 (235 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 535 weights approximately 950 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, 1996 BMW 535 (320 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 535 | 1959 BMW 700 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 535 | 700 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 697 cc |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2130 mm |
