1979 BMW 628 vs. 1957 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1979 BMW 628 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1957 Vauxhall Velox. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1957 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 628 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1957 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 628 | 1957 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 628 | Velox |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
