1963 BMW 502 vs. 2009 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2009 Nissan Navara is newer by 46 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, 2009 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Navara weights approximately 542 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 2009 Nissan Navara 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, 2009 Nissan Navara 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, 2009 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 2009 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 502 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
