1959 BMW 507 vs. 1996 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 1996 Fiat Ulysse 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 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. (119 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 260 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, 1996 Fiat Ulysse, 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. (170 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 1996 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 507 | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| 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 | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 50 L |
