1954 BMW 502 vs. 1980 Volvo 164
To start off, 1980 Volvo 164 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 164 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1954 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, 1954 BMW 502 (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 164. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1954 BMW 502 | 1980 Volvo 164 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 502 | 164 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2578 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3350 mm |