1956 BMW 501 vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 43 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 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 395 kg more than 1956 BMW 501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 501 | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | 501 | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3166 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3050 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 98.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |