2001 Acura MDX vs. 1960 BMW 700
To start off, 2001 Acura MDX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura MDX weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1960 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura MDX 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, 2001 Acura MDX (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura MDX | 1960 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | MDX | 700 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
