1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2009 Hummer H2
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1973 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 Hummer H2 (564 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2009 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | BMW | Hummer |
| Model | 1502 | H2 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 393 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 564 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 121 L |
