1955 BMW 502 vs. 1955 Chrysler Windsor
To start off, both 1955 BMW 502 and 1955 Chrysler Windsor were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,920 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Windsor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chrysler Windsor (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1955 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Windsor should accelerate faster than 1955 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 440 kg more than 1955 BMW 502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
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1955 BMW 502 | 1955 Chrysler Windsor | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 502 | Windsor |
Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 4920 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3210 mm |