1956 BMW 501 vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 49 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 432 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, 2005 Dodge Dakota (320 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 501. (222 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 501 | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 501 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3166 cc | 3704 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 | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3340 mm |
