1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 132 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1146 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 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 1502 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 93 L |
