1956 BMW 501 vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2002 Toyota Caldina 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 3,166 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 80 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 2002 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 BMW 501. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 501 | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 501 | Caldina |
Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3166 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |