1954 BMW 502 vs. 1995 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1995 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 41 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 236 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 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, 1995 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 BMW 502. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 BMW 502. 1995 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1954 BMW 502 has manual transmission. 1954 BMW 502 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 BMW 502 | 1995 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 502 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2578 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
