1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 39 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1607 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 697 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 1502 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 6690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 129 L |
