1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 899 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 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 1502 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2835 mm |
