1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 33 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 724 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (471 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1502 | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5667 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
