1954 BMW 502 vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 58 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, 2012 Kia Soul (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 502 weights approximately 224 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul.
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, 2012 Kia Soul, 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1954 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul. 2012 Kia Soul 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. 2012 Kia Soul will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 BMW 502 | 2012 Kia Soul | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 502 | Soul |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
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 | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |