1955 BMW 501 vs. 1978 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1978 Toyota Starlet is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 BMW 501 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 BMW 501 weights approximately 649 kg more than 1978 Toyota Starlet.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1955 BMW 501 | 1978 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 501 | Starlet |
Year Released | 1955 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2310 mm |