1959 BMW 507 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 47 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 190 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 507 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 68 L |