1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1734 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 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 1502 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |
