1959 BMW 507 vs. 1991 Eagle Summit
To start off, 1991 Eagle Summit is newer by 32 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 56 more horse power than 1991 Eagle Summit. (92 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1991 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 507 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1991 Eagle Summit. 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, 1991 Eagle Summit, 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, 1959 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 1991 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | BMW | Eagle |
| Model | 507 | Summit |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2400 mm |
