1956 BMW 501 vs. 1969 BMW 2800
To start off, 1969 BMW 2800 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 501 would be higher. At 3,166 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 501 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1969 BMW 2800.
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, 1969 BMW 2800 (236 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 501 | 1969 BMW 2800 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 501 | 2800 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3166 cc | 2786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |