1959 BMW 507 vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 46 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (325 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 507 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 98 L |
