1963 BMW 502 vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 36 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 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (212 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 465 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.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (390 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 502 | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 502 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |