1961 BMW 501 vs. 1991 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1991 Nissan Vanette is newer by 30 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, 1961 BMW 501 (100 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 85 kg more 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm). This means 1961 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 501 | 1991 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 501 | Vanette |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2080 mm |
