1996 Opel Vectra vs. 1965 BMW 700
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1965 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 606 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 Opel Vectra, 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 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 1965 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Vectra | 700 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
