1954 BMW 502 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 502 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 BMW 502. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 BMW 502. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
1954 BMW 502 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 502 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2578 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.9:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |