1958 BMW 502 vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1958 BMW 502. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 502 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
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:
| 1958 BMW 502 | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 502 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2463 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
