1954 BMW 502 vs. 1960 Porsche 718
To start off, 1960 Porsche 718 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,578 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Porsche 718 (146 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Porsche 718 should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 502 weights approximately 816 kg more than 1960 Porsche 718.
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:
| 1954 BMW 502 | 1960 Porsche 718 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 502 | 718 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2578 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
