1959 BMW 507 vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 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 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 43 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 507 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Mazda 3. 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, 1959 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 507 | 3 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 55 L |