1957 BMW 501 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1957 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 185 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 501. (223 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 501 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 501 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |
