1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1996 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Firebird 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 3,353 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 598 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 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1996 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 1502 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3150 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
