1963 BMW 502 vs. 2010 Lexus GS
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS is newer by 47 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GS weights approximately 250 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, 2010 Lexus GS (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 2010 Lexus GS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 502 | GS |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 71 L |
