1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 1973 BMW 1502 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 911 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Porsche 911 weights approximately 90 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, 1968 Porsche 911 (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 1502 | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 1502 | 911 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 66 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |