1955 BMW 502 vs. 2005 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2005 Mercury Marauder is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 BMW 502 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Marauder (303 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1955 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1955 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 475 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. 2005 Mercury Marauder has automatic transmission and 1955 BMW 502 has manual transmission. 1955 BMW 502 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Marauder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 BMW 502 | 2005 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 502 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
