1963 BMW 502 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 39 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 50 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 502 | C |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
