1961 BMW 501 vs. 1965 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1965 Vauxhall Velox is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 501 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Vauxhall Velox (114 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 BMW 501 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1965 Vauxhall Velox.
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, 1965 Vauxhall Velox (238 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 501. (182 Nm). This means 1965 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 501 | 1965 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 501 | Velox |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
