1957 BMW 501 vs. 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1957 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 501.
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 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 501. (223 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 501 | 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 501 | 575 Superamerica |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 533 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 589 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |