2000 Audi A4 vs. 1957 BMW 501
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 43 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, 2000 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1957 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 501 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Audi A4.
Because 1957 BMW 501 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 BMW 501. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 501. (223 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1957 BMW 501 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 501 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
