1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 609 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1502 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1683 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
