1963 BMW 502 vs. 2008 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2008 Maserati Coupe 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Coupe (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 390 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.
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, 2008 Maserati Coupe (460 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 2008 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 502 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
