1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1993 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 1993 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 19 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 910 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, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 1993 Buick Roadmaster | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 1502 | Roadmaster |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |
