1959 BMW 507 vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 31 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, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 170 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 1959 BMW 507 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 BMW 507. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 1990 Honda Legend | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 507 | Legend |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 68 L |