1954 BMW 502 vs. 1994 Honda Civic
To start off, 1994 Honda Civic is newer by 40 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, 1994 Honda Civic (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 502 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1994 Honda Civic.
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, 1994 Honda Civic, 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1954 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 BMW 502 | 1994 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 502 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2578 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.9:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
