1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 30 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser (215 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 572 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, 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser (332 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 1502 | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 101.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
