1956 BMW 501 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (481 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (624 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 501 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 501 | 911 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3166 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 481 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |