2001 BMW 730 vs. 1961 BMW 700
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,925 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 730 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1961 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, 2001 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 730 | 1961 BMW 700 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 730 | 700 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 31 L |
