1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1970 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1974 BMW 1502 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Maverick (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 375 kg more than 1974 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, 1970 Ford Maverick (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 1970 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1502 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 4096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
