1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1961 BMW 501
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo is newer by 10 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 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 BMW 501 weights approximately 297 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo.
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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (183 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 501. (182 Nm). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 1961 BMW 501 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Cuneo | 501 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2840 mm |
