1954 BMW 502 vs. 1986 BMW 735
To start off, 1986 BMW 735 is newer by 32 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 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 735 (220 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 735 weights approximately 180 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, 1986 BMW 735 (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 BMW 502. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 BMW 502 | 1986 BMW 735 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 502 | 735 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2578 cc | 3430 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 238 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 | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
