1959 BMW 507 vs. 1972 Matra-Simca M530
To start off, 1972 Matra-Simca M530 is newer by 13 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 77 more horse power than 1972 Matra-Simca M530. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1972 Matra-Simca M530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 507 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1972 Matra-Simca M530. 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, 1959 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Matra-Simca M530. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Matra-Simca M530.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 1972 Matra-Simca M530 | |
Make | BMW | Matra-Simca |
Model | 507 | M530 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2570 mm |