1957 BMW 501 vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Volvo V70 is newer by 47 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, 2004 Volvo V70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1957 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V70 weights approximately 255 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 2004 Volvo V70 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, 2004 Volvo V70 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, 2004 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 501. (223 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 501 | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 501 | V70 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2520 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |