1961 Innocenti 950 vs. 2012 BMW 760

To start off, 2012 BMW 760 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 760 (541 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 507 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 760 weights approximately 1520 kg more than 1961 Innocenti 950. 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, 2012 BMW 760 (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 676 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (74 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950. 2012 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1961 Innocenti 950 has manual transmission. 1961 Innocenti 950 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Innocenti 950 2012 BMW 760
Make Innocenti BMW
Model 950 760
Year Released 1961 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 948 cc 5972 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 34 HP 541 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 74 Nm 750 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 8-speed shiftable automatic
Vehicle Weight 730 kg 2250 kg
Vehicle Length 3670 mm 5212 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1902 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1479 mm
Wheelbase Size 2130 mm 3210 mm


 

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