1958 BMW 501 vs. 1996 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 1996 Nissan Stagea 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, 1996 Nissan Stagea (187 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1958 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 221 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.
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, 1996 Nissan Stagea (234 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 501 | 1996 Nissan Stagea | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 501 | Stagea |
Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |