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 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 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.
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 @ 3200 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.
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 | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
