1963 BMW 502 vs. 1975 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1975 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 502 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 502 (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1975 Triumph Dolomite. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 502 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1975 Triumph Dolomite. 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, 1963 BMW 502 (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph Dolomite. (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 1975 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 502 | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1852 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
