1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1956 BMW 501
To start off, 1985 Alpine V6 is newer by 29 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 3,166 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alpine V6 (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 501 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1985 Alpine V6.
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 Alpine V6 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alpine V6 | 1956 BMW 501 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | V6 | 501 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2848 cc | 3166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |