1954 BMW 502 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 60 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 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 Toyota Avensis, 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 Toyota Avensis. (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1954 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 BMW 502 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 502 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2578 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
