1956 BMW 501 vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 503 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, 2010 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 501 | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 501 | Xterra |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3166 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1908 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |