1992 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 1963 BMW 502
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ is newer by 29 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, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 502 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ.
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, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ | 1963 BMW 502 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | RZ | 502 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
