1954 BMW 502 vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 49 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, 2003 Mazda Premacy (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 502 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
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, 2003 Mazda Premacy, 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 BMW 502 | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 502 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2578 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
