1955 BMW 501 vs. 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy
To start off, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy is newer by 48 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. In terms of performance, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy (133 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1955 BMW 501. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy should accelerate faster than 1955 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 BMW 501 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy.
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 | 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy | |
| Make | BMW | Pininfarina |
| Model | 501 | Enjoy |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1080 mm |
