2001 BMW M vs. 1959 BMW 700
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 745 kg more than 1959 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 M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 1959 BMW 700 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M | 700 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 126 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 31 L |
