1956 BMW 507 vs. 1976 Buick Electra
To start off, 1976 Buick Electra is newer by 20 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 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Electra (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1956 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 551 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, 1976 Buick Electra (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 507. 1976 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1956 BMW 507 has manual transmission. 1956 BMW 507 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 507 | 1976 Buick Electra | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 507 | Electra |
Year Released | 1956 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3030 mm |