1961 BMW 501 vs. 2007 Hyundai H100
To start off, 2007 Hyundai H100 is newer by 46 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 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai H100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 BMW 501 (100 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai H100. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai H100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai H100 weights approximately 145 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai H100. (167 Nm). This means 1961 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai H100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 501 | 2007 Hyundai H100 | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 501 | H100 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2607 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 55 L |
