1973 BMW 2004 vs. 1956 BMW 507
To start off, 1973 BMW 2004 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1973 BMW 2004. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 2004. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 507 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1973 BMW 2004. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1956 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 2004. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 2004.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 1956 BMW 507 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 2004 | 507 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
