1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 195 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 Mazda 6 (365 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 1502 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
