1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1973 BMW 1502 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 599 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, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 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 | 1971 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1502 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1529 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
