2002 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1958 BMW 502
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 502 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1958 BMW 502. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 500 kg more than 1958 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1958 BMW 502 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Vanquish | 502 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2840 mm |
