1954 BMW 502 vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 55 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, 2009 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 246 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 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, 2009 Seat Leon, 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, 2009 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 BMW 502. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 BMW 502 | 2009 Seat Leon | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 502 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2578 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.9:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
