1959 BMW 507 vs. 1969 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1969 Pontiac GTO is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 507 would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 150 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, 1969 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 1969 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 507 | GTO |
Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 6549 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 603 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 69 L |