1956 BMW 501 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 3,166 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 501 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 501 weights approximately 148 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 BMW 501 (222 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 1956 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 501 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 501 | Golf |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3166 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |