1954 BMW 502 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 160 kg more than 1954 BMW 502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 BMW 502. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 BMW 502. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
1954 BMW 502 | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 502 | Lancer |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2578 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |