1963 BMW 502 vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 398 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.
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, 2012 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 502 | FX |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |
