1956 BMW 501 vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 46 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 534 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, 2002 Ford Explorer (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 501 | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 501 | Explorer |
Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3166 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3200 mm |