1963 BMW 502 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 42 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, 1963 BMW 502 (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 502 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 502 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 95 L |
