1958 BMW 501 vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 is newer by 39 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1958 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 15 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 501 | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 501 | 993 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2280 mm |