1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 450 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 1502 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
