1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 27 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 670 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1502 | E |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
