1961 BMW 501 vs. 1982 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1982 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 21 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Crown Victoria (118 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 285 kg more than 1961 BMW 501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Ford Crown Victoria (262 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 501. (182 Nm). This means 1982 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 501 | 1982 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 501 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 262 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 | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |
