1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 3 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 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 185 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, 1976 Ford Taunus (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1502 | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
