1957 BMW 501 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1957 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 165 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.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 BMW 501. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS will offer significantly more control. 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 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 501. (223 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 501 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 501 | ATS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2776 mm |
