1956 BMW 502 vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1956 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 277 kg more than 1956 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 502 | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 502 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1693 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
