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BMW 502 1954

General information

ModelBMW 502
Year1954
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating55.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2578 ccm (157.31 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2578 ccm (157.31 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power101.00 PS (74 kW or 100 HP) at 4800 Rev. per min.
Max torque221.00 Nm (22.5 kgf-m or 163.0 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min.
Compression6.9:1
Bore x stroke74.0 x 75.0 mm (2.9 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed166.0 km/h (103.1 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0716 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space5040 litres (1,332 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (433.1 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1410 kg (3,108.5 pounds)
Overall length4710 mm (185.4 inches)
Overall width1780 mm (70.1 inches)
Overall height1530 mm (60.2 inches)
Ground clearance180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheelbase2840 mm (111.8 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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