1954 BMW 502 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 42 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 147 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 BMW 502. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
1954 BMW 502 | 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 502 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2578 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 191 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 | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |