1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 580 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 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW 1502 | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 1502 | 6 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |