1956 BMW 507 vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 52 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, 2008 Honda Element (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1956 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 507 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2008 Honda Element.
Because 2008 Honda Element 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, 2008 Honda Element 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 507 | Element |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 60 L |
