1957 BMW 501 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1957 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 80 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (245 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 501. (223 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 501 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 501 | Forester |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |