1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Microbus 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 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 730 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 Volkswagen Microbus (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2002 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1502 | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
