1958 BMW 501 vs. 1989 Volvo 245
To start off, 1989 Volvo 245 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 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 BMW 501 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 245. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 245.
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, 1958 BMW 501 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 501 | 1989 Volvo 245 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 501 | 245 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |