1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 1982 Renault 11 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 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW 1502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 11 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 1502 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1982 Renault 11.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Renault 11 (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 1502 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
