1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1988 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1988 Buick Skylark is newer by 15 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Skylark weights approximately 260 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, 1988 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1988 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 1502 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
