1962 BMW 700 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 50 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 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 700 | Terios |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
