1959 BMW 507 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 34 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 124 kg more than 1959 BMW 507.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1959 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 507 | Passat |
| 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 | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 62 L |
