1959 BMW 507 vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo 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 65 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
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, 1959 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | 507 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 2700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 1870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 33 L |