1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 36 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 705 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 1502 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
