1975 BMW 1502 vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 1502 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW 1502. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1502 | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1502 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
