1954 BMW 502 vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 50 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, 2004 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 189 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 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 BMW 502. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
1954 BMW 502 | 2004 Honda Element | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 502 | Element |
Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2578 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.9:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1599 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |