1961 BMW 501 vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1979 Nissan Stanza is newer by 18 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, 1961 BMW 501 (100 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 BMW 501 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1979 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 BMW 501 (182 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm). This means 1961 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 501 | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 501 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
