1959 BMW 507 vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 54 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 27 more horse power than 2013 Mini Coupe. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 507 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe. 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, 2013 Mini Coupe, 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Coupe. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 507 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1378 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 40 L |
