1963 BMW 502 vs. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 502 (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 502 weights approximately 143 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (380 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 502 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |
