1954 BMW 502 vs. 1985 Buick Electra
To start off, 1985 Buick Electra is newer by 31 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Electra (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 502 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1985 Buick Electra.
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, 1985 Buick Electra, 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1954 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra. 1985 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1954 BMW 502 has manual transmission. 1954 BMW 502 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 BMW 502 | 1985 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 502 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2578 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2820 mm |
