1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1984 Volvo 760
To start off, 1984 Volvo 760 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 760 (153 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 760 weights approximately 405 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 Volvo 760 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1984 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 1502 | 760 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
