1956 BMW 501 vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 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 3,166 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 3 (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 501 weights approximately 271 kg more than 2006 Mazda 3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1956 BMW 501 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 501 | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 501 | 3 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3166 cc | 1998 cc |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |