2003 BMW 520 vs. 1957 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 46 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 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1957 Vauxhall Velox. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1957 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 390 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:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 1957 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 520 | Velox |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |
