1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 215 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, 1978 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1502 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
