1959 BMW 507 vs. 1987 Nissan Mid4
To start off, 1987 Nissan Mid4 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 Nissan Mid4 (325 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Mid4 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Mid4 weights approximately 154 kg more than 1959 BMW 507. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Nissan Mid4 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, 1987 Nissan Mid4 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, 1987 Nissan Mid4 (390 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Mid4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 1987 Nissan Mid4 | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 507 | Mid4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1210 mm |
