1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Alero 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 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 440 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 Oldsmobile Alero (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1999 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 1502 | Alero |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
