1954 BMW 502 vs. 2000 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2000 Nissan Xterra is newer by 46 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, 2000 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 170 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 2000 Nissan Xterra 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, 2000 Nissan Xterra 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Xterra. 2000 Nissan Xterra 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. 2000 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 BMW 502 | 2000 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 502 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2578 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
