1959 BMW 507 vs. 2009 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V 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, 1959 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 7 kg more than 1959 BMW 507.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V 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 HR-V 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 2009 Honda HR-V | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 507 | HR-V |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 55 L |