1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2012 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Equus 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 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Equus (429 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 1105 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 Hyundai Equus (509 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2012 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 1502 | Equus |
| 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 | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 77 L |
