2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1958 BMW 501
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 501 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (406 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1958 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 501.
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, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (509 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 1958 BMW 501 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GT | 501 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 406 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
