1975 BMW 1502 vs. 2011 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2011 Holden Captiva is newer by 36 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Holden Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Holden Captiva weights approximately 875 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.
Because 2011 Holden Captiva 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, 2011 Holden Captiva 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, 2011 Holden Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1502 | 2011 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 1502 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
