1959 BMW 507 vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 925 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 507 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |