2009 BMW 120 vs. 1956 BMW 507
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 53 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, 2009 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1956 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1956 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, 1956 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120. 2009 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1956 BMW 507 has manual transmission. 1956 BMW 507 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1956 BMW 507 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 120 | 507 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 110 L |
