1975 BMW 1502 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 38 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 611 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1502 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1502 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1591 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
