1961 BMW 501 vs. 2000 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2000 Lotus Elise is newer by 39 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, 2000 Lotus Elise (143 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 BMW 501 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2000 Lotus Elise.
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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Elise. (174 Nm). This means 1961 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1961 BMW 501 | 2000 Lotus Elise | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 501 | Elise |
Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 143 HP |
Torque | 182 Nm | 174 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 36 L |