1958 BMW 501 vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 47 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1958 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 501 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Ford F-150.
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, 2005 Ford F-150 (325 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 501. (222 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 501 | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 501 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 325 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3070 mm |