1958 BMW 501 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 44 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1958 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 405 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 501 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 501 | E |
Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 349 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2970 mm |