1961 BMW 501 vs. 2004 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 43 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (197 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 385 kg more than 1961 BMW 501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 BMW 501. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 501. (182 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 501 | 2004 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 501 | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 72 L |
