1954 BMW 502 vs. 1982 BMW 325
To start off, 1982 BMW 325 is newer by 28 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 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 BMW 325 (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 502 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1982 BMW 325.
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, 1982 BMW 325 (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 BMW 502. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 BMW 502 | 1982 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 502 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2578 cc | 2693 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
