1956 BMW 501 vs. 1998 Honda SSM
To start off, 1998 Honda SSM is newer by 42 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.
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, 1998 Honda SSM (286 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 501. (222 Nm). This means 1998 Honda SSM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 501 | 1998 Honda SSM | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 501 | SSM |
Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3166 cc | 1999 cc |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 222 Nm | 286 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |