1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 22 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette (163 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 790 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 1502 | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
