1959 BMW 507 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 1 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (147 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 70 kg more than 1959 BMW 507.
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 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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, 1959 BMW 507 (220 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 507 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 62 L |
