1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1980 Buick Electra
To start off, 1980 Buick Electra is newer by 7 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 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 795 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, 1980 Buick Electra (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1980 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 1502 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3030 mm |
