2009 BMW 523 vs. 1951 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Singer SM 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Singer SM 1500 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1951 Singer SM 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 523 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1951 Singer SM 1500. 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, 2009 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 523 | 1951 Singer SM 1500 | |
Make | BMW | Singer |
Model | 523 | SM 1500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 89.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2320 mm |