1960 BMW 502 vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 BMW 502 would be higher. At 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1960 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 BMW 502 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
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:
| 1960 BMW 502 | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 502 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1260 mm |
