1957 BMW 501 vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 51 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, 2008 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 427 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 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, 2008 Mercury Milan, 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Milan. (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1957 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 501 | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 501 | Milan |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |