1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda 6 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 1502 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
