1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1986 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1986 Nissan Santana is newer by 13 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Santana weights approximately 140 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, 1986 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1986 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 1502 | Santana |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
