1962 Vauxhall VX4 vs. 1997 Vector M12
To start off, 1997 Vector M12 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Vector M12 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. 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, 1997 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. (119 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Vauxhall VX4 | 1997 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Vector |
| Model | VX4 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1505 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 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 | 920 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
