1957 BMW 501 vs. 2000 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2000 Chrysler 300 is newer by 43 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 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler 300 (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1957 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 204 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, 2000 Chrysler 300 (479 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 501. (223 Nm). This means 2000 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 501 | 2000 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 501 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1609 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
