1959 BMW 507 vs. 1996 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 37 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 507 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Guara.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 1996 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 507 | Guara |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |