1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 280 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 Volkswagen Golf (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW 1502 | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 1502 | Golf |
Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |