2009 BMW 550 vs. 1954 Plymouth Belvedere
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 55 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 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 122 kg more than 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. 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:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1954 Plymouth Belvedere | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 550 | Belvedere |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3960 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2930 mm |
