1954 BMW 502 vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 54 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 1167 kg more than 1954 BMW 502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 GMC Savana (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 BMW 502. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 BMW 502. 2008 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1954 BMW 502 has manual transmission. 1954 BMW 502 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 BMW 502 | 2008 GMC Savana | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 502 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2578 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
