1956 BMW 501 vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 56 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 815 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.
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, 2012 Kia Carnival, 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 501 | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 501 | Carnival |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3166 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |