2003 BMW 760 vs. 1960 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 2003 BMW 760 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 760 weights approximately 914 kg more than 1960 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, 2003 BMW 760 (600 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. (200 Nm). This means 2003 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. 2003 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1960 Vauxhall Velox has manual transmission. 1960 Vauxhall Velox will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 760 | 1960 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 760 | Velox |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |
