2007 BMW 118 vs. 1957 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 50 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, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1957 Vauxhall Velox. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1957 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 60 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:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 1957 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 118 | Velox |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
