1958 BMW 501 vs. 2007 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2007 Opel Vivaro 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, 1958 BMW 501 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 272 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, 2007 Opel Vivaro, 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, 2007 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 501 | 2007 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 501 | Vivaro |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3100 mm |