1963 BMW 502 vs. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 26 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 290 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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 502 | 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 502 | Caprice |
Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 95 L |