2009 BMW 118 vs. 1959 BMW 700
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 118 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 726 kg more than 1959 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, 2009 BMW 118 (300 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 1959 BMW 700 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 118 | 700 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 697 cc |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2130 mm |
