1975 BMW 1602 vs. 2008 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602.
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, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 2008 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 1602 | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |
