1959 BMW 507 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 206 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 507 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 74 L |
