1963 BMW 502 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 100 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 502 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |
