1963 BMW 502 vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon 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, 1963 BMW 502 (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (154 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 80 kg more than 1963 BMW 502.
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 Toyota Avalon, 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 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 502 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
