1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1954 BMW 502
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 45 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 502 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 1954 BMW 502 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 BMW 502. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1954 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1954 BMW 502 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 146 | 502 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2578 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
