2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1965 BMW 700
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1965 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 605 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.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (190 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 1965 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | C | 700 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 54 L |
