1960 Vauxhall Velox vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 894 kg more than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. 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, 2011 BMW 750 (609 Nm) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. (200 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. 2011 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1960 Vauxhall Velox has manual transmission. 1960 Vauxhall Velox will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Vauxhall Velox | 2011 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | BMW |
| Model | Velox | 750 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 82 L |
