1959 BMW 507 vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy 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 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 65 kg more than 1959 BMW 507.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 507 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |