1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1502 | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
