1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1031 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 1502 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5248 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |
