1963 BMW 502 vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 502 (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300. (123 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1963 BMW 502.
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 Mercedes-Benz 300 (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 502 | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 502 | 300 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |