1959 BMW 507 vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 51 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 59 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 222 kg more than 1959 BMW 507.
Because 1959 BMW 507 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 BMW 507. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen Berlingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 507 | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 60 L |