1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1975 Ford Escort 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 1,845 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 1502 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Ford Escort (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1502 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
