1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird 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 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 350 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 Holden Sunbird (436 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 1502 | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 5044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
