1954 BMW 502 vs. 1971 BMW 2002
To start off, 1971 BMW 2002 is newer by 17 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, 1971 BMW 2002 (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 502 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1971 BMW 2002.
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, 1954 BMW 502 (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 2002. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
1954 BMW 502 | 1971 BMW 2002 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 502 | 2002 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2578 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |