1963 BMW 502 vs. 2010 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 Renault Megane 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, 1963 BMW 502 (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Megane.
Because 1963 BMW 502 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 BMW 502. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 BMW 502 (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 2010 Renault Megane | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 502 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
