1963 BMW 502 vs. 1995 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1995 Fiat Coupe is newer by 32 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, 1995 Fiat Coupe (195 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat 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 210 kg more than 1995 Fiat Coupe.
Because 1963 BMW 502 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 BMW 502. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Fiat Coupe (295 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 1995 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 502 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
