1958 BMW 501 vs. 2002 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2002 Nissan Laurel 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 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Laurel (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1958 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 501 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2002 Nissan Laurel.
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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 501 | 2002 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 501 | Laurel |
Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |