1957 BMW 501 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 56 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, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1957 BMW 501. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 430 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.
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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 501. (223 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 501 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 501 | A5 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 223 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4626 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1383 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2751 mm |