1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2011 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 37 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Sonata (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Hyundai Sonata (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2011 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 1502 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2794 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
