1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2002 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2002 MG ZT-T is newer by 29 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 (6 cylinders), 2002 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MG ZT-T (187 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 MG ZT-T weights approximately 695 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, 2002 MG ZT-T (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2002 MG ZT-T | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 1502 | ZT-T |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
