1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 1961 BMW 501
To start off, 1998 Bentley Turbo is newer by 37 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Turbo (395 HP) has 295 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1961 BMW 501. 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, 1998 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm) has 618 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 501. (182 Nm). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Turbo | 1961 BMW 501 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Turbo | 501 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 800 Nm | 182 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 110 L |