1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 34 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, 1974 BMW 1502 (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fusion weights approximately 215 kg more than 1974 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 BMW 1502 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1502 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
