1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 625 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 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 1502 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 230 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 | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
