1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 575 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 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1502 | C |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4592 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
