1958 BMW 501 vs. 1963 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1963 Buick Riviera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 501 would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Buick Riviera (321 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1958 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 455 kg more than 1958 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, 1963 Buick Riviera (603 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 501 | 1963 Buick Riviera | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 501 | Riviera |
Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 6571 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 603 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 106.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |