1961 BMW 501 vs. 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 BMW 501 (100 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 370 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, 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 501. (182 Nm). This means 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 501 | 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 501 | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1960 mm |
