1956 BMW 501 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1067 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 Ram (691 Nm) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 501. (222 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram 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 Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 501 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3166 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 101 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3580 mm |
