1958 BMW 501 vs. 2006 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2006 Fiat Croma 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 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 BMW 501 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Croma weights approximately 190 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, 2006 Fiat Croma, 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, 2006 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 501 | 2006 Fiat Croma | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 501 | Croma |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1909 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |