1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW 1502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 75 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, 1973 BMW 1502 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 1502 | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
