1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 640 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 Mercedes-Benz E (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1502 | E |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
