1959 BMW 507 vs. 1957 Buick 40
To start off, 1959 BMW 507 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Buick 40 (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1959 BMW 507. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 1957 Buick 40 | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 507 | 40 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3110 mm |