1958 BMW 501 vs. 1998 Volvo S90
To start off, 1998 Volvo S90 is newer by 40 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, 1998 Volvo S90 (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1958 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S90 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S90 weights approximately 167 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, 1998 Volvo S90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 501 | 1998 Volvo S90 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 501 | S90 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |