1973 Bitter CD vs. 1956 BMW 501
To start off, 1973 Bitter CD is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 501 would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bitter CD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bitter CD (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 319 kg more than 1956 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, 1973 Bitter CD (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bitter CD | 1956 BMW 501 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | CD | 501 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 3166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |