1954 BMW 502 vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 1997 Honda Today is newer by 43 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, 1954 BMW 502 (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 502 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 BMW 502. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1954 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today. 1997 Honda Today 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. 1997 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 BMW 502 | 1997 Honda Today | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 502 | Today |
Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2578 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |