1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder
To start off, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (631 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 546 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder weights approximately 320 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 Sidewinder (720 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder 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 Sidewinder | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 1502 | Sidewinder |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
