1959 BMW 507 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 507 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 507 | C |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 62 L |
