1959 BMW 507 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo 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 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507. 2007 Kia Rondo 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 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 507 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 60 L |
