1958 BMW 501 vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza 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 Seat Ibiza (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1958 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 501 weights approximately 251 kg more than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
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, 2008 Seat Ibiza, 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1958 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 501 | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 501 | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |