1958 BMW 501 vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1958 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 660 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 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 BMW 501. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 501 | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 501 | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1808 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3100 mm |