1959 BMW 507 vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1959 BMW 507 has manual transmission. 1959 BMW 507 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 507 | E-350 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 132 L |