1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1996 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK is newer by 23 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 640 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, 1996 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1996 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 1502 | XK |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
