1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1975 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1975 Avanti Avanti is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 650 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, 1975 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1975 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | BMW | Avanti |
| Model | 1502 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
