1963 BMW 502 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 50 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 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 140 kg more 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
| Model | 502 | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
