1962 BMW 1500 vs. 2001 Daewoo Rezzo
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Rezzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Rezzo (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 227 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 BMW 1500 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 1962 BMW 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Rezzo, 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, 2001 Daewoo Rezzo (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Rezzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 2001 Daewoo Rezzo | |
| Make | BMW | Daewoo |
| Model | 1500 | Rezzo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
