1957 BMW 501 vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 46 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1957 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 171 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 501. (223 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 501 | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 501 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |