1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 22 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 2,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 624 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, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 1502 | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 94 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
