1962 Vauxhall Velox vs. 1999 Vector M12
To start off, 1999 Vector M12 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (95 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vector M12 weights approximately 442 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. 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, 1999 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Vauxhall Velox | 1999 Vector M12 | |
Make | Vauxhall | Vector |
Model | Velox | M12 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2651 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 484 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |