1963 BMW 502 vs. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 13 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 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 502 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 502 | 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 502 | 512 BB |
Year Released | 1963 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4942 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 110 L |