2006 BMW 750 vs. 1957 BMW 501
To start off, 2006 BMW 750 is newer by 49 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1957 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 750 weights approximately 545 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, 2006 BMW 750 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 501. (223 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 750 | 1957 BMW 501 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 750 | 501 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2840 mm |