1975 BMW 1502 vs. 2005 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2005 Maserati Coupe is newer by 30 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 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 700 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, 2005 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 1502 | 2005 Maserati Coupe | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 1502 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 88 L |