1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1966 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1973 BMW 1502 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Triumph Vitesse (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Triumph Vitesse (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1966 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 1502 | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 39 L |
