1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 17 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada (188 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 860 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada (353 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 1502 | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
