1956 BMW 501 vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn is newer by 55 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. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 501 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 501 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2011 Peugeot iOn. 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, 1956 BMW 501 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 501 | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 501 | iOn |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1475 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |