1959 BMW 507 vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 50 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, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 234 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 2009 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 BMW 507. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 2009 Honda Element | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 507 | Element |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 60 L |