1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2001 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2001 GMC Yukon is newer by 27 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 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1330 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, 2001 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2001 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 1502 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 4818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |
