1958 BMW 501 vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 54 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1958 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 222 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, 2012 Ford Mustang (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 501 | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 501 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1627 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |