1956 BMW 501 vs. 1991 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1991 Ford Fairlane is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 501 would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 190 kg more than 1956 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 501 | 1991 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 501 | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3166 cc | 3948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2930 mm |