1956 BMW 501 vs. 1972 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1972 Ferrari Dino is newer by 16 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, 1972 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 501 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1972 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1972 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 501. (222 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 501 | 1972 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 501 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3166 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 59.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |
