1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1974 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 1502 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
