1956 BMW 507 vs. 2006 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2006 Maserati Coupe 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1956 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 426 kg more than 1956 BMW 507. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 507 | 2006 Maserati Coupe | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 507 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 88 L |