1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 38 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), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 757 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, 2012 Ford Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1502 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| 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 | 412 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
