1958 BMW 501 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 49 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, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1958 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 585 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, 2007 Honda Civic, 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, 1958 BMW 501 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1958 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 501 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 501 | Civic |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |