1954 BMW 502 vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502.
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 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 BMW 502. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 BMW 502. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country 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. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 BMW 502 | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 502 | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2578 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |