1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2006 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2006 Saab 9-7X 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 4,195 cc, 2006 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 9-7X (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 600 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 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2006 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | BMW | Saab |
| Model | 1502 | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 4195 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 101.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
