1960 BMW 700 vs. 2002 Lexus SC
To start off, 2002 Lexus SC is newer by 42 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 4,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus SC (312 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus SC weights approximately 1155 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, 2002 Lexus SC (447 Nm) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2002 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 700 | 2002 Lexus SC | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 700 | SC |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2620 mm |
