1954 BMW 502 vs. 1980 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 26 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 4,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 35 kg more than 1954 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. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 BMW 502. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
1954 BMW 502 | 1980 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 502 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1954 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2578 cc | 4375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |