1956 BMW 501 vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute 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 Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 501 weights approximately 276 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 BMW 501. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 501 | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 501 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3166 cc | 2261 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
