1972 Vauxhall Victor vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (109 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1972 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Vauxhall Victor | 2011 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | BMW |
| Model | Victor | 550 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2969 mm |
