1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 37 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 684 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 1502 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
