1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 24 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 620 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1502 | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
