1954 BMW 502 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper 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 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 502 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper.
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 Mini Cooper, 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1954 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1954 BMW 502 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | BMW | Mini |
Model | 502 | Cooper |
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 | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3724 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |