1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2003 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2003 Nissan Maxima 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Maxima (261 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 625 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 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2003 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 1502 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
