2007 BMW 530 vs. 1954 BMW 502
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 53 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 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 180 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.
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, 2007 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 BMW 502. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 1954 BMW 502 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | 502 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2578 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 6.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |