1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1997 Renault Espace
To start off, 1997 Renault Espace 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Espace (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 560 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 Renault Espace (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1997 Renault Espace | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 1502 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
