1980 Audi Sport vs. 1973 BMW 1502
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Sport weights approximately 70 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1973 BMW 1502 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Sport | 1502 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
