1954 BMW 502 vs. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche is newer by 47 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche (324 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1325 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, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 BMW 502. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 BMW 502. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche 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. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 BMW 502 | 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 502 | Corniche |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2578 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 324 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 738 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3070 mm |
