1959 BMW 507 vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd 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 7 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 91 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 Kia Cee'd, 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 507 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1341 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 53 L |