1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1954 BMW 502
To start off, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is newer by 3 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 42 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 BMW 502 (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1954 BMW 502 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 502 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2578 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2840 mm |
