1959 BMW 507 vs. 1994 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1994 Opel Frontera 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, 1959 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1994 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Frontera weights approximately 389 kg more than 1959 BMW 507.
Because 1994 Opel Frontera 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, 1994 Opel Frontera 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, 1959 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Frontera. (171 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 1994 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 507 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 75 L |
