1959 BMW 507 vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 324 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 Nissan Altima, 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (219 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 507 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 76 L |
