1975 BMW 1502 vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 29 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 970 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1502 | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 1502 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
