1957 BMW 502 vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 502 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1957 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1957 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. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward has automatic transmission and 1957 BMW 502 has manual transmission. 1957 BMW 502 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 502 | 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 502 | Park Ward |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
