1975 BMW 1502 vs. 1996 BMW Z3
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 is newer by 21 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW Z3 weights approximately 650 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 BMW Z3 (180 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm). This means 1996 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1502 | 1996 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 1502 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
