1994 Audi A6 vs. 1954 BMW 502
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 40 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, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 290 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.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 BMW 502. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 BMW 502. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 1954 BMW 502 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 502 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2578 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
