1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 35 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 1030 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 1502 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
