1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 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 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 BMW 1502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 1502 | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2613 mm |
