1956 BMW 507 vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 51 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1956 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 507.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 507. 2007 Ford E-150 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. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 507 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 132 L |
