1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2007 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 430 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 Dodge Caravan (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2007 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 1502 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 101.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
