1963 BMW 502 vs. 2008 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2008 Lotus Elise is newer by 45 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, 2008 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 502 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2008 Lotus Elise.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1963 BMW 502 (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 502 | 2008 Lotus Elise | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 502 | Elise |
Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |