1954 BMW 502 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 BMW 502. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
1954 BMW 502 | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 502 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2578 cc | 5970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 398 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |