1956 BMW 507 vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 42 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 74 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 139 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, 1998 Opel Meriva, 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 507 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 17 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 53 L |
