1958 BMW 501 vs. 1989 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1989 Cadillac Seville is newer by 31 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 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac Seville (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1958 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 161 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.
Because 1958 BMW 501 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 BMW 501. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 501 | 1989 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 501 | Seville |
Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |