1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 28 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 830 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, 2001 Ford Ranger (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1502 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 132 L |
