1957 BMW 501 vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1957 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 501 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest.
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, 2009 Nissan Quest, 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, 2009 Nissan Quest (241 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 501. (223 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 501 | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 501 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3160 mm |
