1957 BMW 501 vs. 2010 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2010 Lotus Elise is newer by 53 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, 2010 Lotus Elise (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1957 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Elise weights approximately 476 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.
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, 2010 Lotus Elise (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 501. (223 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 501 | 2010 Lotus Elise | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 501 | Elise |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2941 mm |