1963 BMW 502 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1963 BMW 502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 502 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 502 | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1918 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 117 L |