1957 BMW 501 vs. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1957 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 501 weights approximately 433 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
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 Ford Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 501. (223 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 501 | 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 501 | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |