1956 BMW 507 vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius 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 14 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Prius weights approximately 126 kg more than 1956 BMW 507.
Because 1956 BMW 507 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 BMW 507. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Prius, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 507 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 45 L |
