1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 144 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 Toyota Tacoma (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 1502 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
