1956 BMW 501 vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 50 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 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 605 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 501 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3166 cc | 5881 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 4080 mm |
