2009 BMW 335 vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox

To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 47 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 410 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, 2009 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall Velox.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 335 1962 Vauxhall Velox
Make BMW Vauxhall
Model 335 Velox
Year Released 2009 1962
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 2651 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 265 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 576 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1645 kg 1235 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 48 L


 

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