1957 BMW 501 vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica 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, 2005 Toyota Celica (140 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1957 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 501 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica.
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 Toyota Celica, 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, 1957 BMW 501 (223 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm). This means 1957 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 501 | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 501 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
