1963 BMW 502 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502.
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 Mercedes-Benz SL (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 502 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 502 | SL |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1298 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |