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 (160 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 77 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 571 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 (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 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 | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
