1963 BMW 502 vs. 1977 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1977 Datsun 260Z 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 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 502 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1977 Datsun 260Z.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Datsun 260Z. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Datsun 260Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 1977 Datsun 260Z | |
| Make | BMW | Datsun |
| Model | 502 | 260Z |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2581 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
