1961 BMW 501 vs. 1985 Porsche 924
To start off, 1985 Porsche 924 is newer by 24 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, 1985 Porsche 924 (150 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 BMW 501 weights approximately 128 kg more than 1985 Porsche 924.
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, 1985 Porsche 924 (195 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 501. (182 Nm). This means 1985 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 501 | 1985 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 501 | 924 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
