1957 BMW 501 vs. 2002 Lada 2123
To start off, 2002 Lada 2123 is newer by 45 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 62 more horse power than 2002 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 501 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 BMW 501. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 2123. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 501 | 2002 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 501 | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
