1961 BMW 501 vs. 1973 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1973 Vauxhall Victor is newer by 12 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 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Vauxhall Victor (140 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 BMW 501 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Victor.
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, 1973 Vauxhall Victor (251 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 501. (182 Nm). This means 1973 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1961 BMW 501 | 1973 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | 501 | Victor |
Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 140 HP |
Torque | 182 Nm | 251 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |