1959 BMW 507 vs. 1987 BMW 320
To start off, 1987 BMW 320 is newer by 28 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, 1987 BMW 320 (189 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 507 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1987 BMW 320.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 1987 BMW 320 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 507 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |
