1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1974 BMW 1502 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,456 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 746 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, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 1972 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 1502 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 7456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1676 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
