1956 BMW 507 vs. 1972 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1972 Maserati Bora 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1956 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Bora weights approximately 171 kg more than 1956 BMW 507. 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, 1972 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 507 | 1972 Maserati Bora | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 507 | Bora |
Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |