1957 BMW 501 vs. 1993 Eagle Summit
To start off, 1993 Eagle Summit is newer by 36 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 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 BMW 501 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1993 Eagle Summit. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 1993 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 501 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1993 Eagle Summit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 BMW 501. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Eagle Summit, 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, 1957 BMW 501 (223 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Eagle Summit. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 501 | 1993 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | BMW | Eagle |
| Model | 501 | Summit |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
