1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1191 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 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2010 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 1502 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2121 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
