1958 BMW 501 vs. 1994 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 36 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 125 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 1994 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 501 | 1994 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 501 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
