2001 BMW M vs. 1963 Singer Vogue II
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Singer Vogue II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Singer Vogue II would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1963 Singer Vogue II. (57 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1963 Singer Vogue II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 283 kg more than 1963 Singer Vogue II. 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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Singer Vogue II. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Singer Vogue II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 1963 Singer Vogue II | |
| Make | BMW | Singer |
| Model | M | Vogue II |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 47 L |
