1975 BMW 1502 vs. 2006 Renault Logan
To start off, 2006 Renault Logan is newer by 31 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 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 1502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Logan (74 HP @ 5 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Logan should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Logan weights approximately 76 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.
Because 1975 BMW 1502 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 BMW 1502. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Logan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 BMW 1502 (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1502 | 2006 Renault Logan | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 1502 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
