1959 BMW 507 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 995 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 507 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 278 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2895 mm |