1961 BMW 501 vs. 1988 Mazda 929
To start off, 1988 Mazda 929 is newer by 27 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, 1988 Mazda 929 (110 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mazda 929 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, 1961 BMW 501 (182 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda 929. (167 Nm). This means 1961 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 501 | 1988 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 501 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
