1957 BMW 501 vs. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1957 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 501 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.
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, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 501. (223 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 501 | 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 501 | Crossfire |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1401 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |