1958 BMW 501 vs. 2004 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2004 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 46 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1958 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 277 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.
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, 2004 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 501 | 2004 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 501 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |