1956 BMW 507 vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 1972 Ford Torino is newer by 16 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 396 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 507 | Torino |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 87 L |
