1959 BMW 507 vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 34 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 74 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 90 kg more than 1959 BMW 507.
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, 1993 Volkswagen Passat, 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (150 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 507 | Passat |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2630 mm |