1961 BMW 501 vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Evora (276 HP) has 176 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Evora 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, 2012 Lotus Evora (349 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 501. (182 Nm). This means 2012 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 501 | 2012 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 501 | Evora |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 59 L |
