1957 BMW 501 vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (246 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1957 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 495 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.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 501. (223 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 501 | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 501 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |