1959 BMW 507 vs. 2004 Ferrari Enzo
To start off, 2004 Ferrari Enzo 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Enzo (653 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 505 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari Enzo weights approximately 115 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, 2004 Ferrari Enzo (657 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 2004 Ferrari Enzo | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 507 | Enzo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 653 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 657 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 350 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 110 L |