1959 BMW 507 vs. 1996 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1996 Mazda MPV 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 34 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MPV. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 540 kg more than 1959 BMW 507.
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 Mazda MPV (277 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 1996 Mazda MPV | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 507 | MPV |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2850 mm |