1956 BMW 507 vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX is newer by 45 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, 2001 Toyota RunX (183 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1956 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 507 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX.
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, 2001 Toyota RunX, 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 507 | RunX |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 55 L |
