1959 BMW 507 vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 675 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.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 507 | Mariner |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 62 L |