1959 BMW 507 vs. 1994 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1994 Mercury Villager is newer by 35 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, 1994 Mercury Villager (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Villager weights approximately 550 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, 1994 Mercury Villager, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 1994 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 507 | Villager |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2860 mm |
