1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1997 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 23 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville (200 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 630 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, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 1997 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 1502 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
