1956 BMW 501 vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (429 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 483 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 501 | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 501 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3166 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3050 mm |
