1956 BMW 507 vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger 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 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 40 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 561 kg more than 1956 BMW 507.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 BMW 507. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 507 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 82 L |
