1954 BMW 502 vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 57 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, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 502 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2011 BMW 125.
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, 2011 BMW 125 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 BMW 502. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 BMW 502. 2011 BMW 125 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. 2011 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 BMW 502 | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 502 | 125 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2578 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |