1984 BMW 323 vs. 1956 BMW 507
To start off, 1984 BMW 323 is newer by 28 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, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 507 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1984 BMW 323.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 323. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 323 | 1956 BMW 507 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 323 | 507 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2314 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
