1961 BMW 501 vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 1961 BMW 501 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 BMW 501 (100 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 BMW 501 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1959 Skoda 440. 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, 1961 BMW 501 (182 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (74 Nm). This means 1961 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 501 | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 501 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 47 L |
