1963 BMW 502 vs. 2006 Buick Rendezvous
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 43 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 BMW 502. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 2006 Buick Rendezvous | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 502 | Rendezvous |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
