1954 BMW 502 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 56 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, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 502 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo, 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, 1954 BMW 502 (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
1954 BMW 502 | 2010 Chevrolet Aveo | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 502 | Aveo |
Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2578 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1709 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2479 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |