1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 36 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 384 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1502 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
