1963 BMW 502 vs. 1977 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1977 Buick LeSabre is newer by 14 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick LeSabre (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 140 kg more than 1963 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. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Buick LeSabre (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 1977 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 502 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
