1959 BMW 507 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 225 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 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 BMW 507. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1959 BMW 507 has manual transmission. 1959 BMW 507 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 507 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 64 L |
