2006 BMW 118 vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 2006 BMW 118 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 2,651 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 118 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1962 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, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 118 | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 118 | Velox |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
