1956 BMW 501 vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 39 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, 1995 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 501 weights approximately 287 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord.
Because 1956 BMW 501 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 BMW 501. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 501 | 1995 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 501 | Accord |
Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3166 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1118 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |