1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2009 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2009 Jaguar X-Type 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar X-Type (143 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 572 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 Jaguar X-Type (361 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2009 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 1502 | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
