1963 BMW 502 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S 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 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (254 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502.
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 Mercedes-Benz S (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 502 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 502 | S |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5096 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |