1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1990 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1990 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 17 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 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac DeVille (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 610 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, 1990 Cadillac DeVille (325 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1990 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 1502 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |
