1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 32 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 540 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 1502 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
