1989 BMW 850 vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1989 BMW 850 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 850 weights approximately 557 kg more than 1962 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. Let's talk about torque, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 850 | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | 850 | Velox |
Year Released | 1989 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 48 L |