1963 BMW 502 vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 370 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 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 BMW 502. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 502 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 502 | Panamera |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4800 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 | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |