2008 Porsche 911 vs. 1965 BMW 700
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 43 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1965 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 745 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 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Porsche 911 | 1965 BMW 700 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 911 | 700 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 54 L |