1963 BMW 502 vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 502 weights approximately 212 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
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 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 502 | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 502 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |