1959 BMW 507 vs. 1970 Daihatsu Consorte
To start off, 1970 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 11 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 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 507 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Consorte. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 1970 Daihatsu Consorte | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 507 | Consorte |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 43 L |
