1961 BMW 501 vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 1970 Opel GT is newer by 9 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 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel GT (101 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 501.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (157 Nm). This means 1961 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 501 | 1970 Opel GT | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 501 | GT |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 53 L |
