1957 BMW 501 vs. 2009 BMW 128
To start off, 2009 BMW 128 is newer by 52 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, 2009 BMW 128 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1957 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 501.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 501. (223 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 501 | 2009 BMW 128 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 501 | 128 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |