1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut vs. 1962 BMW 700
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700.
Because 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut | 1962 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Sportut | 700 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1260 mm |
