1961 BMW 501 vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1980 Talbot Tagora is newer by 19 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot Tagora (163 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora 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, 1980 Talbot Tagora (230 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 501. (182 Nm). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 501 | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 501 | Tagora |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |
