1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1973 BMW 1502 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 1502 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 25 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 1502 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
