1963 BMW 502 vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 35 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 111 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 502 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today 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, 1998 Honda Today 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 502 | 1998 Honda Today | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 502 | Today |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |