1999 Acura NSX vs. 1957 BMW 501
To start off, 1999 Acura NSX is newer by 42 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1957 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura NSX weights approximately 59 kg more than 1957 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, 1999 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 501. (223 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura NSX | 1957 BMW 501 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | NSX | 501 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2840 mm |