1956 BMW 507 vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 1986 Mazda 929 is newer by 30 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, 1986 Mazda 929 (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1956 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 371 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, 1986 Mazda 929 (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 507. 1986 Mazda 929 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. 1986 Mazda 929 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 507 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2720 mm |
