1958 BMW 502 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 502 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (424 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1958 BMW 502. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 510 kg more than 1958 BMW 502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 BMW 502. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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:
| 1958 BMW 502 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 502 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2920 mm |
