1954 BMW 502 vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 53 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (192 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 502 weights approximately 207 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
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, 2007 Opel Corsa, 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (353 Nm @ 1980 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 BMW 502. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 BMW 502 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 502 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2578 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1980 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1203 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
