1961 BMW 501 vs. 1961 Porsche 804
To start off, both 1961 BMW 501 and 1961 Porsche 804 were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Porsche 804 (182 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Porsche 804 should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 BMW 501 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1961 Porsche 804.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 501 | 1961 Porsche 804 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 501 | 804 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 182 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 460 kg |
