1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 39 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 1094 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 1502 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3122 mm |
