1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 522 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 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 1502 | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 1502 | Golf |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |