1958 BMW 501 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1958 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 430 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 501 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 501 | CLS |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4917 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2855 mm |