1957 BMW 501 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 48 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1957 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1076 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 501. (223 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 501 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 501 | Express |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2481 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3440 mm |
