1956 BMW 501 vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 950 kg more than 1956 BMW 501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 501 | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 501 | Commander |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3166 cc | 5652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2790 mm |
