1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1985 Volvo 740
To start off, 1985 Volvo 740 is newer by 11 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volvo 740 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volvo 740 weights approximately 400 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, 1985 Volvo 740 (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 1985 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 1502 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
