1957 BMW 501 vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1957 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1201 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 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 501. (223 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 501 | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 501 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3099 mm |