1976 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1956 BMW 501
To start off, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 20 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 820 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, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1956 BMW 501 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Lagonda | 501 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2840 mm |