1954 BMW 502 vs. 2005 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2005 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 51 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Jackaroo (213 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 510 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 BMW 502. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 BMW 502 | 2005 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 502 | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2578 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
