1957 BMW 501 vs. 1996 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1996 TVR Chimaera is newer by 39 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1957 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 501 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1996 TVR Chimaera.
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, 1996 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 501. (223 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 501 | 1996 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 501 | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |