1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2003 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2003 GMC Envoy is newer by 29 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 4,158 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1080 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, 2003 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2003 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 1502 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 4158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
