1956 BMW 501 vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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, 1956 BMW 501 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (133 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 501 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4. 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 Suzuki SX4, 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 Suzuki SX4 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 501 | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 501 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3166 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |
