1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1992 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1992 Nissan Terrano is newer by 18 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Terrano (147 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 825 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, 1992 Nissan Terrano (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 1992 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 1502 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
