1963 BMW 502 vs. 1982 Buick Estate
To start off, 1982 Buick Estate is newer by 19 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 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Estate weights approximately 395 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, 1982 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 502 | 1982 Buick Estate | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 502 | Estate |
Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 6596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |