1956 BMW 501 vs. 2009 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Renault Laguna 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 20 more horse power than 2009 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Laguna weights approximately 25 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 Renault Laguna, 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, 2009 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 501 | 2009 Renault Laguna | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 501 | Laguna |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3166 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |