1956 BMW 501 vs. 2009 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 501 weights approximately 286 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Terracan.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 501 | 2009 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 501 | Terracan |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3166 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |