1954 BMW 502 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 48 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 390 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, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 BMW 502. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
1954 BMW 502 | 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 502 | Blazer |
Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2578 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |