1954 BMW 502 vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 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 2,578 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 502 weights approximately 133 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307.
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, 2005 Peugeot 307, 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 2005 Peugeot 307. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1954 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 BMW 502 | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 502 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2578 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1277 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
