1958 BMW 501 vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 Toyota Cresta (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 501 weights approximately 61 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 501 | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 501 | Cresta |
Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |