1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1998 Ford Royale
To start off, 1998 Ford Royale is newer by 25 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1998 Ford Royale | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1502 | Royale |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
