1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (367 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 922 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 Dodge CHALLENGER (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 1502 | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
