1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, 1974 BMW 1502 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,526 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover P5B weights approximately 660 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, 1973 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 1973 Rover P5B | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 1502 | P5B |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |
