1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 715 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 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 1502 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 1502 | 911 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |