1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1961 BMW 501
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 26 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, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 BMW 501 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1987 Alpine V6.
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, 1987 Alpine V6 (296 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 501. (182 Nm). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1961 BMW 501 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | V6 | 501 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |
