1958 BMW 501 vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1958 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti M weights approximately 317 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 2010 Infiniti M 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, 2010 Infiniti M 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, 2010 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 501 | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 501 | M |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |
