1956 BMW 501 vs. 1993 Mazda AZ-1
To start off, 1993 Mazda AZ-1 is newer by 37 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 501 weights approximately 571 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 1956 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 501 | 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 501 | AZ-1 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3166 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2240 mm |
