1957 BMW 501 vs. 2005 Citroen C5
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 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 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 BMW 501 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 202 kg more than 1957 BMW 501.
Because 1957 BMW 501 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 BMW 501. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 501. (223 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 501 | 2005 Citroen C5 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 501 | C5 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1607 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |