1956 BMW 501 vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 54 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, 2010 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 BMW 501. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 501 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 501 | A5 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3166 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2751 mm |