1959 BMW 507 vs. 2010 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i10 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 74 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i10. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 507 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Hyundai i10, 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i10. (153 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 2010 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 507 | i10 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 35 L |
