1954 BMW 502 vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1992 Renault Alpine is newer by 38 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Alpine (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Alpine weights approximately 10 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, 1992 Renault Alpine (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 BMW 502. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
1954 BMW 502 | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 502 | Alpine |
Year Released | 1954 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2578 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |