1954 BMW 502 vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 52 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, 2006 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 BMW 502. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
1954 BMW 502 | 2006 BMW 525 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 502 | 525 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2578 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.9:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |