1961 BMW 501 vs. 1989 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1989 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 28 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 BMW 501 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1989 Toyota Lexcen.
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, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 501. (182 Nm). This means 1989 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 501 | 1989 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 501 | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 171 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
