1953 BMW 501 vs. 1970 Ford Capri
To start off, 1970 Ford Capri is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 BMW 501 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 BMW 501 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1953 BMW 501 | 1970 Ford Capri | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 501 | Capri |
Year Released | 1953 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1103 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |