1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (191 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 814 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 Kia Sorento (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 1502 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
