1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 18 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 600 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1502 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
