1959 BMW 507 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 544 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 507 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 209 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 | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2919 mm |
