1961 BMW 501 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 52 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 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 325 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.
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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 501. (182 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 501 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 501 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2751 mm |
