1963 BMW 502 vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo 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, 1963 BMW 502 (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.
Because 1963 BMW 502 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 BMW 502. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Combo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 BMW 502 (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 502 | Combo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 52 L |
