1957 BMW 501 vs. 2000 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2000 Holden Commodore 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1957 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 205 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 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 501. (223 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 501 | 2000 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 501 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
