2004 Acura CL vs. 1962 BMW 700
To start off, 2004 Acura CL is newer by 42 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura CL weights approximately 920 kg more than 1962 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 BMW 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura CL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura CL | 1962 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | CL | 700 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
