1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 1974 BMW 1502 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel GT (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Opel GT (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 1970 Opel GT | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 1502 | GT |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
