1957 BMW 501 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 54 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, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1957 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 90 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, 2011 BMW 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 501. (223 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 501 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 501 | 325 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |