1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 1502 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 659 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW 1502 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 1502 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
