1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1965 BMW 700
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 31 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 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1965 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 435 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.
Because 1965 BMW 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 1965 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Lantra | 700 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2130 mm |
