1961 BMW 501 vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP) has 164 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 490 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 BMW 501. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 501. (182 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 501 | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 501 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| 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 | 264 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 67 L |
