1959 BMW 507 vs. 1978 Volvo 164
To start off, 1978 Volvo 164 is newer by 19 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 10 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 164. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 164.
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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 164. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 1978 Volvo 164 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 507 | 164 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3350 mm |