1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1979 Buick Estate
To start off, 1979 Buick Estate is newer by 6 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Estate (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Estate weights approximately 945 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, 1979 Buick Estate (275 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 1502 | 1979 Buick Estate | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 1502 | Estate |
Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |