1968 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1954 BMW 502
To start off, 1968 Bizzarrini GT is newer by 14 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 2,578 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 502 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1968 Bizzarrini GT.
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, 1954 BMW 502 (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini GT | 1954 BMW 502 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | BMW |
| Model | GT | 502 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2578 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2840 mm |
