1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 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 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 BMW 1502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 582 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 Peugeot 407 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 1502 | 407 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
