2006 Renault Laguna vs. 1965 BMW 700
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 41 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1965 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Laguna weights approximately 370 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, 2006 Renault Laguna, 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, 2006 Renault Laguna (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Laguna | 1965 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Laguna | 700 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
