1963 BMW 502 vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 33 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 28 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 502 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 BMW 502. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1963 BMW 502 (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 502 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
