1963 BMW 502 vs. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 586 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.
Because 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 502 | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 88 L |
