1961 BMW 501 vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 40 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 4 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 100 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm). This means 1961 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 501 | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 501 | Econovan |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2210 mm |
