1959 BMW 507 vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 53 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 10 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q5.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 BMW 507. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507. 2012 Audi Q5 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. 2012 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 507 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 75 L |
