1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Altima (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 1502 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
