1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 145 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 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 1502 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 77 L |
