1975 BMW 1502 vs. 2000 BMW 520
To start off, 2000 BMW 520 is newer by 25 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 520 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 520 weights approximately 690 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, 2000 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 1502 | 2000 BMW 520 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 1502 | 520 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |