1963 BMW 502 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 817 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 502 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |
