1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 355 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 1502 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
