1958 BMW 501 vs. 1990 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1990 Dodge Stealth is newer by 32 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, 1990 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1958 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 325 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 1990 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 BMW 501. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Dodge Stealth (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 501 | 1990 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 501 | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2480 mm |
