1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 35 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 745 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, 2008 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 1502 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
