1959 BMW 507 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 14 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 29 kg more than 1959 BMW 507.
Because 1959 BMW 507 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 BMW 507. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Polo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 507 | Polo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 45 L |