1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2004 Noble M14
To start off, 2004 Noble M14 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Noble M14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Noble M14 (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Noble M14 weights approximately 220 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 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2004 Noble M14 | |
| Make | BMW | Noble |
| Model | 1502 | M14 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
