1954 BMW 502 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 37 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 120 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.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 BMW 502. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 BMW 502. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 BMW 502 | 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 502 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2578 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
