2005 BMW M3 vs. 1959 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (323 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Velox. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1959 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.
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2005 BMW M3 | 1959 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | M3 | Velox |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |