1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1972 Ford Galaxie
To start off, 1973 BMW 1502 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Galaxie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Galaxie would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Galaxie (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 939 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, 1972 Ford Galaxie (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1972 Ford Galaxie | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1502 | Galaxie |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 5765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
