1975 BMW 1502 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 33 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, 1975 BMW 1502 (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2008 Toyota Yaris, 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1502 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 1502 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
