1958 BMW 501 vs. 1956 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 1958 BMW 501 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,887 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 745 kg more than 1958 BMW 501.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 501 | 1956 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 501 | Silver Wraith |
Year Released | 1958 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4887 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3230 mm |