1956 BMW 507 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 53 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 39 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 31 kg more than 1956 BMW 507.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (251 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 507. (220 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 507 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
| 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 | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 58 L |
