1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 1502 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 93 L |
