1959 BMW 507 vs. 1970 Porsche 908
To start off, 1970 Porsche 908 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 507 weights approximately 584 kg more than 1970 Porsche 908.
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 Porsche 908 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 507 | 908 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2195 cc |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 666 kg |