1956 BMW 501 vs. 1985 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1985 Venturi Cabriolet 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 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 501 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1985 Venturi Cabriolet.
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, 1985 Venturi Cabriolet (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 501 | 1985 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | BMW | Venturi |
Model | 501 | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3166 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |