1955 BMW 501 vs. 1995 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1995 Toyota Supra is newer by 40 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1955 BMW 501. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1955 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Supra weights approximately 270 kg more than 1955 BMW 501. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 BMW 501 | 1995 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 501 | Supra |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
