1956 BMW 507 vs. 1957 Renault Colorale
To start off, 1957 Renault Colorale is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1957 Renault Colorale. (51 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Colorale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Renault Colorale weights approximately 331 kg more than 1956 BMW 507.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 1957 Renault Colorale | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 507 | Colorale |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
