1963 BMW 502 vs. 2001 Holden UTE
To start off, 2001 Holden UTE is newer by 38 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden UTE (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden UTE weights approximately 100 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.
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, 2001 Holden UTE (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 2001 Holden UTE | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 502 | UTE |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
