1957 BMW 501 vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 50 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1957 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1112 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.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 501. (223 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 501 | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 501 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3580 mm |
