1988 BMW 524 vs. 1954 Plymouth Belvedere
To start off, 1988 BMW 524 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Plymouth Belvedere would be higher. At 3,960 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Plymouth Belvedere is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Plymouth Belvedere (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Plymouth Belvedere should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Plymouth Belvedere weights approximately 185 kg more than 1988 BMW 524. 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:
| 1988 BMW 524 | 1954 Plymouth Belvedere | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 524 | Belvedere |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2930 mm |
