1959 BMW 507 vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 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, 2010 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 328 kg more than 1959 BMW 507. 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 Mazda 5, 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 5. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 5. 2010 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 1959 BMW 507 has manual transmission. 1959 BMW 507 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 507 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 60 L |
