1954 BMW 502 vs. 1993 Honda Accord
To start off, 1993 Honda Accord is newer by 39 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, 1993 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 502 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1993 Honda Accord.
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, 1993 Honda Accord, 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1954 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1954 BMW 502 | 1993 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 502 | Accord |
Year Released | 1954 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2578 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |