1961 BMW 501 vs. 2000 Lotus M250
To start off, 2000 Lotus M250 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus M250 (176 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 BMW 501 weights approximately 670 kg more than 2000 Lotus M250.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus M250. (180 Nm). This means 1961 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 501 | 2000 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 501 | M250 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 176 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 72 L |
