1975 BMW 1502 vs. 1995 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 250 kg more than 1975 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW 1502. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1502 | 1995 Chevrolet Tracker | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1502 | Tracker |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |
