1957 BMW 501 vs. 2006 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 49 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 74 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 501 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 BMW 501. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 501 | 2006 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 501 | Jimny |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2260 mm |