1963 BMW 502 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord 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 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 41 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.
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, 2013 Honda Accord, 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 502 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1531 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
