1963 BMW 502 vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 49 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 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 760 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 502 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |
