1957 BMW 501 vs. 1986 BMW M6
To start off, 1986 BMW M6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 501 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1957 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M6 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1957 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, 1986 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 501. (223 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 501 | 1986 BMW M6 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 501 | M6 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |