1956 BMW 501 vs. 2007 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Bolero 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, 1956 BMW 501 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. (100 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 360 kg more than 1956 BMW 501.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mahindra Bolero (236 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Bolero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 501 | 2007 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | BMW | Mahindra |
| Model | 501 | Bolero |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 3166 cc | 2498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3020 mm |
