1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1989 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 365 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 Venturi Cabriolet (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1989 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | BMW | Venturi |
| Model | 1502 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
