1959 BMW 507 vs. 2004 BMW 118
To start off, 2004 BMW 118 is newer by 45 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 28 more horse power than 2004 BMW 118. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 118 weights approximately 135 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, 2004 BMW 118 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 2004 BMW 118 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 507 | 118 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 50 L |