1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 560 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 Mercedes-Benz C (250 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1502 | C |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
