1956 BMW 501 vs. 2009 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 53 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 21 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 56 kg more than 1956 BMW 501.
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, 2009 Honda Fit, 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 501 | 2009 Honda Fit | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 501 | Fit |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3166 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |