1959 BMW 507 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (617 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507.
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 Chevrolet Corvette (789 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 507 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 617 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 789 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 331 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2690 mm |