2001 BMW 750 vs. 1957 BMW 501
To start off, 2001 BMW 750 is newer by 44 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 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1957 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 750 weights approximately 295 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, 2001 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 501. (223 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 750 | 1957 BMW 501 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 750 | 501 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2840 mm |
