1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1982 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 9 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 4,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (163 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1502 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
