1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2007 Ford Edge
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge is newer by 34 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2007 Ford Edge | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1502 | Edge |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
