1958 BMW 501 vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1996 Honda CR-V is newer by 38 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) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 95 kg more than 1958 BMW 501.
Because 1996 Honda CR-V 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, 1996 Honda CR-V 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, 1958 BMW 501 (222 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1958 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 501 | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 501 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
