1963 BMW 502 vs. 2012 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA 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 4,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 502 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2012 Lexus LFA.
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 Lexus LFA (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 2012 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 502 | LFA |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1219 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2606 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 73 L |
