1956 BMW 507 vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Actyon 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, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 518 kg more than 1956 BMW 507.
Because 2007 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon 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, 1956 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 507 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 75 L |
