1978 BMW 730 vs. 1957 BMW 502
To start off, 1978 BMW 730 is newer by 21 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 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 730 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1957 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 730 weights approximately 100 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 730 | 1957 BMW 502 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 730 | 502 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2840 mm |
