1959 BMW 502 vs. 1969 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 502 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country (219 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1959 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 756 kg more than 1959 BMW 502. 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:
| 1959 BMW 502 | 1969 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 502 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
