1959 BMW 507 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt 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, 1959 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 150 kg more 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, 1959 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 507 | Colt |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1997 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 162 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 Weight | 1250 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 69 L |