1963 BMW 502 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 502 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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, 1963 BMW 502 (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 502 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
