1956 BMW 501 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 48 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 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 65 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 501. (222 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 501 | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 501 | Express |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3166 cc | 4818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3440 mm |
