1956 BMW 501 vs. 1985 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 29 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, 1985 Pontiac Fiero (140 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 501 weights approximately 139 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Fiero.
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, 1956 BMW 501 (222 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 1956 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 501 | 1985 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 501 | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3166 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2380 mm |
