1961 BMW 501 vs. 2010 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan is newer by 49 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 5,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Titan (313 HP) has 213 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Nissan Titan (385 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 501. (182 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 501 | 2010 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 501 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 5598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 313 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
