1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 421 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 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 1502 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
