1963 BMW 502 vs. 1993 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1993 Venturi Coupe is newer by 30 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, 1993 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 502 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1993 Venturi Coupe.
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, 1993 Venturi Coupe (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 502 | 1993 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | BMW | Venturi |
Model | 502 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |