1958 BMW 501 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 50 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1958 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 685 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 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 501 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 501 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |