1959 BMW 507 vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra 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, 1959 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 406 kg more than 1959 BMW 507.
Because 2005 Seat Alhambra 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 Seat Alhambra 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 Seat Alhambra (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 507 | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |