1958 BMW 503 vs. 1954 BMW 502
To start off, 1958 BMW 503 is newer by 4 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 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 BMW 503 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 503 weights approximately 90 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1958 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 BMW 502. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 503 | 1954 BMW 502 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 503 | 502 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2578 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |