1956 BMW 507 vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 40 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 101 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 507 weights approximately 544 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 BMW 507. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1956 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 1996 Honda Today | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 507 | Today |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
