1959 BMW 502 vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1988 Honda Shuttle is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 502 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Because 1988 Honda Shuttle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 BMW 502. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle will offer significantly more control. 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:
| 1959 BMW 502 | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 502 | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
