1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1975 BMW 1502
To start off, 1975 BMW 1502 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 1502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 1502 (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 1502 weights approximately 266 kg more than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. 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, 1975 BMW 1502 (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1975 BMW 1502 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
Model | Sprite | 1502 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1573 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |