2009 BMW 740 vs. 1960 BMW 700
To start off, 2009 BMW 740 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 740 (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 740 weights approximately 1430 kg more than 1960 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 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 740 | 1960 BMW 700 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 740 | 700 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |
