1975 BMW 1502 vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (296 HP) has 223 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 340 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (350 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1502 | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 1502 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 350 Nm |
| 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 | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
