1954 BMW 502 vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1162 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.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 BMW 502. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
1954 BMW 502 | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 502 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2578 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.9:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |