1975 BMW 1502 vs. 2007 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 32 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 725 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, 2007 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502. 2007 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1975 BMW 1502 has manual transmission. 1975 BMW 1502 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1502 | 2007 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 1502 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
