1975 BMW 1502 vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 489 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 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, 2011 Honda Accord, 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, 2011 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1502 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 1502 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
