1954 BMW 502 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord 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 2,578 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 502 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 1954 BMW 502 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 BMW 502. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1954 BMW 502 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 502 | Accord |
Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2578 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |