1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane 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 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW 1502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Megane weights approximately 432 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, 1973 BMW 1502 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 1502 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 70 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
