1954 BMW 502 vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 502 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
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 Skoda Octavia, 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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (241 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 BMW 502. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
1954 BMW 502 | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | 502 | Octavia |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2578 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |