1956 BMW 501 vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2001 Honda CR-V is newer by 45 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, 2001 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda CR-V weights approximately 95 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.
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, 2001 Honda CR-V, 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 501 | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 501 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3166 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |