1963 BMW 502 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 28 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 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 522 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 502 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 502 | 500 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2012 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3050 mm |