1956 BMW 501 vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 51 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, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 20 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.
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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 501 | 2007 BMW 320 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 501 | 320 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3166 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |