1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 32 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 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 1134 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, 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 1502 | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
