1959 BMW 507 vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 23 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 54 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 305 kg more than 1959 BMW 507.
Because 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 BMW 507. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero (239 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 507 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
