1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 31 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 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 365 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, 2005 Porsche Boxster (271 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 1502 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
