2001 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 1965 BMW 700
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 36 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1965 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 1290 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 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero 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 Mitsubishi Montero (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Montero | 1965 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Montero | 700 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2130 mm |
