1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 1414 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 Volkswagen Caravelle (315 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1502 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
