1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 33 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1729 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 1502 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
