1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 474 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 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 1502 | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| 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 | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
