1956 BMW 507 vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 1997 Kia Joice is newer by 41 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 13 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Joice weights approximately 131 kg more than 1956 BMW 507.
Because 1956 BMW 507 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 BMW 507. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Joice. 1997 Kia Joice 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. 1997 Kia Joice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 1997 Kia Joice | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 507 | Joice |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2730 mm |
