1962 Vauxhall Victor vs. 2007 BMW 523
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP) has 126 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. 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, 2007 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. (109 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. 2007 BMW 523 has automatic transmission and 1962 Vauxhall Victor has manual transmission. 1962 Vauxhall Victor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 523 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Vauxhall Victor | 2007 BMW 523 | |
Make | Vauxhall | BMW |
Model | Victor | 523 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 109 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |