1958 BMW 501 vs. 1981 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1981 Dodge Mirada is newer by 23 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1958 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 295 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, 1981 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 501 | 1981 Dodge Mirada | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 501 | Mirada |
Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2870 mm |