1959 BMW 507 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 49 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, 2008 BMW 330 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 275 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.
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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 507 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 60 L |
