1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2004 Audi A6
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 31 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (248 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 790 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, 2004 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2004 Audi A6 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 1502 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
