1954 BMW 502 vs. 1984 Citroen LN
To start off, 1984 Citroen LN is newer by 30 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, 1954 BMW 502 (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1984 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 502 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1984 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 BMW 502 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 BMW 502. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen LN, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1954 BMW 502 | 1984 Citroen LN | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 502 | LN |
Year Released | 1954 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2578 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |