1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1999 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1999 Dodge Caravan is newer by 26 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 870 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, 1999 Dodge Caravan (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1999 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 1502 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
