1958 BMW 501 vs. 2006 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 48 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1958 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 345 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 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 BMW 501. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 501 | 2006 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 501 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3340 mm |
