1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 26 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 175 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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 1502 | Golf |
Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2512 mm |