1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1990 Jaguar Kensington

To start off, 1990 Jaguar Kensington 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 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar Kensington is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar Kensington (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar Kensington should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502.

Let's talk about torque, 1990 Jaguar Kensington (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar Kensington will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.

Compare all specifications:

1973 BMW 1502 1990 Jaguar Kensington
Make BMW Jaguar
Model 1502 Kensington
Year Released 1973 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1573 cc 5344 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 85 HP 295 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 130 Nm 433 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71 mm 70 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.6:1 12.5:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2870 mm


 

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