1959 BMW 507 vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 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 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 421 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, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 507 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 74 L |
