1961 BMW 501 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 51 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 4,367 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (311 HP) has 211 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 501.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 BMW 501. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (700 Nm) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 501. (182 Nm). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 501 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 501 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 4367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 311 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 104 L |
