1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 38 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 1040 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, 2011 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2011 BMW 740 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 1502 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |
