1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 30 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 612 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 1502 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
