1957 BMW 501 vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD 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, 1957 BMW 501 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 501 weights approximately 197 kg more than 2013 Scion xD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Scion xD is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 BMW 501. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Scion xD 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, 1957 BMW 501 (223 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 1957 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 501 | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | BMW | Scion |
| Model | 501 | xD |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
