1959 BMW 507 vs. 1999 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1999 Holden Commodore is newer by 40 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Commodore weights approximately 360 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.
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, 1999 Holden Commodore (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 1999 Holden Commodore | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 507 | Commodore |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2950 mm |