1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1989 Lotus Esprit is newer by 16 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 245 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, 1989 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 1502 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
