1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1981 Buick Electra
To start off, 1981 Buick Electra is newer by 8 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 762 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, 1981 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 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 | 1981 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 1502 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 95 L |
