1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2002 Noble M12
To start off, 2002 Noble M12 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Noble M12 weights approximately 120 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 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2002 Noble M12 | |
| Make | BMW | Noble |
| Model | 1502 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
