1961 BMW 501 vs. 1975 BMW Coupe
To start off, 1975 BMW Coupe is newer by 14 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 BMW Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW Coupe (170 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW Coupe 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, 1975 BMW Coupe (251 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 501. (182 Nm). This means 1975 BMW Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 501 | 1975 BMW Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 501 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
