1956 BMW 501 vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 52 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 501 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Because 1956 BMW 501 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 BMW 501. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 501 | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 501 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3166 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |