1956 BMW 501 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1425 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 501 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 501 | E |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3166 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |