1956 BMW 501 vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada 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 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1102 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.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 501 | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 501 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3166 cc | 5555 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3140 mm |
