1961 BMW 501 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (537 HP) has 437 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 BMW 501 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 501. (182 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1961 BMW 501 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 501 | 911 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 537 HP |
Torque | 182 Nm | 600 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 100 L |