1958 BMW 501 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 55 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1958 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1237 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 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 501 | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 501 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3302 mm |
