1954 BMW 502 vs. 1995 Holden Nova
To start off, 1995 Holden Nova 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 2,578 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Nova (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 502 weights approximately 342 kg more than 1995 Holden Nova.
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 Holden Nova, 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1954 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 BMW 502 | 1995 Holden Nova | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 502 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2578 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
