1958 BMW 501 vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace 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, 1958 BMW 501 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (107 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 295 kg more than 1958 BMW 501.
Because 1958 BMW 501 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 BMW 501. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Renault Espace (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 501 | 2002 Renault Espace | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 501 | Espace |
Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |