1956 BMW 501 vs. 1996 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 1996 Ford Galaxy is newer by 40 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, 1956 BMW 501 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 274 kg more than 1956 BMW 501.
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, 1996 Ford Galaxy, 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 501 | 1996 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 501 | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3166 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
