1955 BMW 501 vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 54 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, 2009 Nissan NP300 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1955 BMW 501. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1955 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 185 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 | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 501 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2960 mm |
