1959 BMW 507 vs. 2007 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 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 Mazda B3000 (149 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 160 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 1959 BMW 507 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 BMW 507. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 2007 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 507 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 74 L |
