1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1992 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1992 Ford Falcon is newer by 19 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Falcon (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Falcon weights approximately 570 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, 1992 Ford Falcon (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1992 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1502 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
