2009 BMW M3 vs. 1962 BMW 700
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700.
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 M3 (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1962 BMW 700 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M3 | 700 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
