1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 25 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 525 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 1999 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1502 | Magna |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
