1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1984 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1984 Holden Commodore is newer by 11 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 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Commodore (142 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Commodore weights approximately 340 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, 1984 Holden Commodore (266 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1984 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 1502 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
