1956 BMW 507 vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 55 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 25 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 507 weights approximately 129 kg more than 2011 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 507 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 64 L |
