1959 BMW 507 vs. 2004 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2004 Lancia Thesis 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 Lancia Thesis (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 430 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.
Because 1959 BMW 507 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 BMW 507. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Thesis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lancia Thesis (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 2004 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 507 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2450 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 75 L |
