1956 BMW 507 vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 50 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1956 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 507 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
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, 2006 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 507 | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 507 | F-350 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 110 L |