1959 BMW 507 vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 48 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, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 560 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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 2007 BMW 335 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 507 | 335 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 63 L |