2008 BMW 320 vs. 1963 BMW 502
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 45 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 10 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1963 BMW 502.
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, 1963 BMW 502 (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1963 BMW 502 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 320 | 502 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
