1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1973 BMW 1502 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 470 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1502 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4637 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
