1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1997 Ford Probe
To start off, 1997 Ford Probe is newer by 24 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Probe weights approximately 300 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, 1997 Ford Probe (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1997 Ford Probe | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1502 | Probe |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
