1957 BMW 501 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 9 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 501 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla, 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1957 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 501 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 501 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
