1959 BMW 507 vs. 1970 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1970 Pontiac Firebird 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 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 500 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, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 1970 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 507 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 105.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106.9 mm |
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 | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 76 L |