1960 BMW 502 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 40 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 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1960 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 190 kg more than 1960 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:
| 1960 BMW 502 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 502 | E |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
