1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1959 BMW 507
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 31 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ weights approximately 10 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.
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, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1959 BMW 507 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | SZ | 507 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 110 L |
