1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 40 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 722 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 1502 | IPL |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
