1975 BMW 1502 vs. 2009 BMW 330

To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 34 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 695 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, 2009 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502.

Compare all specifications:

1975 BMW 1502 2009 BMW 330
Make BMW BMW
Model 1502 330
Year Released 1975 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1573 cc 2978 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 73 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 118 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71 mm 89.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 10.2:1
Top Speed 155 km/hour 247 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 1675 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 63 L


 

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