1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1957 BMW 501
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 501 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 BMW 501 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 501 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (235 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 501. (223 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1957 BMW 501 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 90 | 501 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2391 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |