1963 BMW 502 vs. 1981 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 400 is newer by 18 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 340 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, 1981 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm). This means 1981 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 502 | 1981 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 502 | 400 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 392 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 118 L |