1958 BMW 501 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 52 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, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1958 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 35 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, 2010 Honda Accord, 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 501 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 501 | Accord |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2741 mm |