2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1965 BMW 700
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 40 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1965 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 925 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 1965 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 1965 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 1965 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | LaCrosse | 700 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 54 L |
