1963 BMW 502 vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 718 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan 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 Titan | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 502 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 106 L |
