1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2012 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Taurus weights approximately 891 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 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2012 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1502 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
